Fashion Matters

Snippets of fashion and beauty

Vacation coming up? Follow these packing tips July 01, 2009 | Comment on this article Leave a comment I wrote a story that appeared on packing light and packing right for last week’s Sunday Life. With vacation season in full swing, we all need a reminder that we don’t have to take everything in our closet for a week-long trip — especially now with baggage fees and overweight baggage fees and oversize... Read More
Beyonce and Tina Knowles launch Sasha Fierce clothing line July 01, 2009 Beyonce and her mother Tina Knowles plan to launch a new junior apparel label called Sasha Fierce for Dereon, just in time for the back-to-school buying frenzy, according to Women’s Wear Daily. The company looks to capitalize more on Sasha Fierce by using the name of the singer’s alter ego and third album,... Read More
Shoe Carnival Offers BOGO When You Want 2 Card July 01, 2009 Today through July 4, Shoe Carnival customers will receive a BOGO When You Want 2 card. The card allows customers to buy one pair of shoes and then get a second pair of equal or lesser value for 1/2 off anytime they want through Jan. 19. A Shoe Carnival store is at Belle Isle Station in Oklahoma City. Read More
Chill out? More like thaw out June 30, 2009 I drove home yesterday without air conditioning. My choice. I was so cold at the office that I needed that time to thaw out. I had worn a flimsy feminine blouse with elbow-length sleeves and pants. Of course, that was the day the air conditioning vent above my desk blasted me from early morning to late afternoon.... Read More
The Nudes ... a new collection from Bobbi Brown June 30, 2009 “Nude makeup never goes out of style — it’s polished, sophisticated and always looks modern.” So says makeup guru Bobbi Brown, who got everyone’s attention back in the day with her nude approach to makeup. Now comes her newest take on nude makeup with the 2009 Nudes Collection.  “Nude... Read More
Stuart Weitzman ... skinny heel and all June 29, 2009 This gladiator evening sandal by Stuart Weitzman screams holidays. This is a show-stopper. It will be in stores this fall,  so keep it in mind if you’ve got strong ankles. That crystal pencil heel could be dangerous for some of us. Read More
Sweet Sunday: A freebie for you June 27, 2009 It’s time for another beauty product giveaway. I dug around in the freebie drawer and pulled out three Cover Girl products. The loot: Cover Girl & Olay Simply Ageless blush, an age-defying cream blush in Lush Berry; Exact Eyelights eye brightening eyeliner for blue eyes; and Exact Eyelights eye brightening... Read More
Michael Jackson ... 1980s style icon June 26, 2009 Michael Jackson knew the importance of details — from sequin gloves to crystal jackets to military details. Click here more about Jackson’s style and the costume designers behind him. Read More
Physicians Formula goes bronze with new collection June 26, 2009 Physicians Formula is making it easy to get your bronze on this summer with several new products. Joanna Schlip,  Physicians Formula celebrity makeup artist whose clients include Christina Applegate, Laura Linney and Eva Longoria Parker to name a few, offers these tips and ways to get a great summer... Read More
Sale at Pink Sugar Shoe Boutique June 26, 2009 [img]2060168[/img] Read More
Farrah Fawcett ... great hair and more June 25, 2009 There was more to Farrah Fawcett than great hair. But her hair was one of her defining features. She captured hearts in the 1970s as one of “Charlie’s Angels.” Her trademark hair was fluffy and feathered with lots of flip. Women of all ages flocked to salons to get the new cut. The big item of the day: hot... Read More
5 beauty tips to lighten and brighten eyes without surgery June 25, 2009 Nothing against plastic surgeons, but I’m a bit of a chicken when it comes to slicing my skin. Same goes for needles filled with plumpers and such.  So, I read everything I can about products that help minimize fine lines and wrinkles, and tone and tighten my skin. If it can be done without... Read More
Wanted: Women who can never find clothes that fit just right June 25, 2009 Having trouble buying clothing in mainstream stores? The Oklahoman wants to hear your story. If you have difficulty shopping for clothes because of your height or size and are willing to let a reporter tag along with you shopping, let us know. E-mail April Choi at achoi@opubco.com. Read More
On the runway: menswear for spring 2010 June 25, 2009 OK, readers. Will this fly on the streets of Oklahoma? The spring 2010 menswear shows are being presented in Paris this week. Check here often for more pictures … and maybe a few laughs. Read More
What's happening at Pier 1? A sale June 25, 2009 Pier 1 is having a sale with up to 50 percent off storewide. Finds include the Alexis sofa for $699.98 (originally $999.95), the Shyam flat screen television stand for $249 .98 (originally $399.95) and the carved patchwork mirror for $99.98 (originally $139.95). Go online to pier1.com for store locations. Read More
Menswear spring 2010 fashion shows in Italy June 24, 2009 Here’s a peek at what was on the runway during the spring 2010 menswear shows in Italy. Read More
Here comes the bride ... and she rented her gown June 24, 2009 If you’re engaged, planning a wedding or hoping to get married soon, here’s some information that might be of interest. According to industry research from IBISWorld, spending on rented bridal gowns is expected to grow 7.5 percent to $43 million, up from $40 million in 2008. At the same time, wedding gown... Read More
Trunk show at Naifeh Fine Jewelry June 24, 2009 Naifeh Fine Jewelry in Oklahoma City is presenting an Armenta jewelry trunk show from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. June 25. Refreshments and fun are promised, plus a chance to win a pair of Armenta Midnight hoop earrings. Naifeh Fine Jewelry is in Casady Square at Britton Road and Pennsylvania. The phone number is... Read More
Enter the drawing for StriVectin Facial Sculpting Cream June 23, 2009 You still have time to enter the drawing for this week’s product giveaway.  This week’s freebie is StriVectin Facial Sculpting Cream, loaded with plant-based peptides and other extracts that combine to reduce the appearance of wrinkles as “it visibly lifts, tightens and tones the skin.”... Read More
Runway looks ... menswear for spring 2010 June 23, 2009 The spring 2010 menswear shows are going on in Milan.  Here’s a peek at a few of the more amusing outfits that were on the runway. Tomorrow I’ll post pictures of the more traditional offerings, but today, let’s smile. Surely that’s what the designers had in mind. Read More